Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Change your passwords on Computer Security Day
Most people keep the same password for too long and use it for too many purposes. So if you do one thing to mark Computer Security Day on Friday, change your passwords. If you do two things, change your passwords and vacuum your computer. These are among the tips from the US organisers of the global event, including Security Awareness Inc. and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association. Now in its ninth year, Computer Security Day exists to remind people to protect their computers and information. The day is on 30th November each year and the organisers list 53 ways that offices can participate. Suggestions include: * Check for viruses * Protect against static electricity * Vacuum your computer and the immediate area * Back-up your data * Post 'No drinking' and 'No smoking' signs in computer areas * Hold a discussion of ethics with computer users In a climate of high-profile security breaches, most notably HM Revenue and Customs' loss of 25 million records, protecting information to the highest standard has never been more vital to maintaining customer loyalty and business reputation.